Ross has All-Star Weekend hops, a lightning-quick first step and amazing body control. He may be the premier athlete in the draft this year. He has good height and length, though he could stand to add about 10 pounds of muscle.

Stephen Dunn/Getty Images

He rebounds very well for a guard, and he really gets after it as a defender. He moves his feet well, and he keeps his arms and hands in the passing lanes.

Ross is also a capable shooter from distance, and he makes his free throws at over 76 percent. This is big for a player that can attack the rim they way he can. Because of Ross' athleticism and versatility he has tremendous upside.

Ross is a little old for his class—he just turned 21 and this was his sophomore season. It isn't a big deal, but most players are about 20 years old in his class.

Where does Ross rank among SGs in the draft?

1st2nd3rd4th5th or lowerSubmit Votevote to see results

Where does Ross rank among SGs in the draft?

1st

31.1%

2nd

33.3%

3rd

23.5%

4th

6.1%

5th or lower

6.1%

Total votes: 132

Ross' ball-handling needs to improve; though he does handle it well, he can get a little wild at times. This is something that can easily be remedied with experience.

He has good vision, but at times he is a little late with his passes.

Ross doesn't really possess a post-game at this point, and he probably never will. He is a perimeter player that gets to the rim, and his lack of bulk doesn't lend itself to a post-up style.

Ross has the physical tools, but his development is going to be determined by how hard he works on his craft.

He is a solid player now, but if he adds a little strength and refines a few areas, he could be special.

NBA Player Comparison:

Jamie Squire/Getty Images

LatrellSprewell

I know this is high praise, but the similarities are there. Sprewell was an ultra-explosive scorer-defender for 13 years in the NBA. During that time, he averaged 18 points, four rebounds, four assists and a steal per game.

Spree was 6'5, 190 pounds, and that is right in the same area Ross is physically. Sprewell played in four All Star games, made All-NBA First Team and All-Defensive Team in 1993-94. Though he is remembered more for choking P.J. Carlesimo, Sprewell was one of the top SGs of his era.

I believe Ross has the same ability. He can be a terror on defense just like Spree, and both explode to the basket with great leaping ability and speed.

If Ross' stock doesn't rise, he will be one of the biggest steals in this draft, much like Sprewell was in 1992 when he was drafted 24th overall by the Golden State Warriors.

Draft Projection:

Late Lottery-Mid First Round

Follow Brian Mazique and Franchiseplay.net for reactions, analysis and news from the world of sports and sports Video Games